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Legal Counsel

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Rotterdam

AI generated summary

  • You must have a law degree, 3-6 years of relevant experience in contract law, strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and proficiency in Dutch and English.
  • You will advise the Board, Staff & Support, and Service Line teams on various legal issues, focusing on contract law, while managing projects both nationally and internationally.

Requirements

  • Een afgeronde juridische academische opleiding
  • 3-6 jaar relevante werkervaring
  • Goede inhoudelijke en praktische kennis op het gebied van contractenrecht
  • Je wordt enthousiast van ontwikkelingen op deze vakgebieden
  • Een pragmatische persoonlijkheid die overtuigingskracht toont in een dynamische omgeving
  • Uitstekende communicatieve vaardigheden en een grote mate van zelf startend vermogen en integriteit
  • Daarnaast ben je analytisch sterk en zoek je, met oog voor de betrokken belangen, graag mee naar mogelijkheden
  • Uitstekende beheersing van de Nederlandse en de Engelse taal

Responsibilities

  • In een compact team beweeg je je over een breed werkterrein. Je adviseert de Raad van Bestuur, Staff & Support en de Service Line teams over een divers palet aan juridische vraagstukken, waarbij het zwaartepunt ligt op contractenrecht. Tevens werk je projectmatig, zowel nationaal als internationaal.

FAQs

What are the educational requirements for the Legal Counsel position?

A completed academic legal education is required for the Legal Counsel position.

How many years of relevant work experience are expected for this role?

We are looking for candidates with 3-6 years of relevant work experience.

What area of law should candidates have a strong knowledge of?

Candidates should have strong substantive and practical knowledge in the field of contract law.

What skills are emphasized for success in this position?

Candidates should possess excellent analytical skills, strong communication abilities, and the capability to find solutions while considering stakeholder interests.

Is proficiency in languages important for this role?

Yes, excellent command of both the Dutch and English languages is required.

What is the workweek duration for this position?

The workweek can range from 32 to 40 hours.

Are there opportunities for personal development in this role?

Yes, we provide internal training on both legal content and personal skills, along with coaching and personal development opportunities.

What kind of team environment can candidates expect?

Candidates will be part of a compact and close-knit team that emphasizes coaching, personal development, and a good working atmosphere.

Is there a possibility to engage in community service through this role?

Yes, employees have the opportunity to engage in 20 hours of community (volunteer) work through the Forvis Mazars Foundation.

What does the application process look like?

The application process includes a phone introduction, an online assessment, a conversation with a recruiter and a department colleague, an interview with a manager and partner, and finally an offer of employment.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For more information, you can contact Karen Vermeer at +31650600965.

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Mission & Purpose

You don’t join Mazars by coincidence, you choose Mazars: a global school of excellence where you will be challenged to develop and grow. Progression is tied to education, empowering you to match your career to your aspirations both within and outside our firm. We expect your contribution to what Mazars and our clients do next and reward your ingenuity. Come and write the rest of your story with us – you’ll make friends along the way too. Mazars, the smart choice. About Mazars Mazars is a leading international firm, aspiring to build the economic foundations of a fair and prosperous world. Operating as a united partnership, Mazars works as one integrated team, leveraging expertise, scale and cultural understanding to deliver exceptional and tailored services in audit and accounting, as well as tax, financial advisory and consulting. Founded in Europe, Mazars is present in over 90 countries and territories, with 40,400 professionals – 24,400 in our integrated partnership, 16,000 via the Mazars North America Alliance – dedicated to helping clients make the most of business opportunities and operate with confidence. In the UK, Mazars is among the largest firms in its sector and a leading auditor to Public Interest Entities (PIEs). It employs over 2,300 people in 15 locations across the UK, providing a balanced perspective and empowered expertise to clients of all sizes, from individuals and SMEs to mid-caps and global players, as well as start-ups and public organisations at every stage of their development. Careers at Mazars We offer life-long development opportunities focusing on technical, leadership and tomorrow’s skills. We provide a diversity of experiences: prestigious clients in a variety of sectors. Employability is our key promise. We design individual career paths according to our people’s interests and needs, allowing them to succeed within and outside our organisation. It’s never just about work. We are proud of our distinctive one-team approach: a human and truly international adventure, with an accessible management style, a permanent feedback and coaching culture and a fun work environment. What will tomorrow’s workplace look like? With our people, we pioneer new ways of working, always keeping our finger on the pulse to respond to our new generations’ aspirations and tomorrow’s reality. We care for our people’s psychological safety and give you the flexibility to manage your time and where you work from. Our modern workspaces foster creativity and innovation. We help our people develop a true sense of purpose beyond their day-to-day through solidarity and sustainability initiatives, but also because as auditors and advisors we play a public interest role. We value independence, open-mindedness and looking to the future. Visit our dedicated careers site: https://jobs.mazars.co.uk/jobs